2016 Fundamentals of Employment Law

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1 Labor & Employment Law 2016 Fundamentals of Employment Law LIVE LIVE WEBCAST Wednesday, February 3, 2016 NC Bar Center, Cary VIDEO REPLAYS Asheville Thursday, April 28 Cary Wednesday, July 13 Concord Friday, June 3 Wilmington Thursday, April 21 Winston-Salem Thursday, August 25 More: tinyurl.com/cle482fel CLE CREDIT: 6.75 Hours Planned by the NCBA Labor & Employment Law Section SUMMARY Employment law is critically important to businesses and to the general public, as the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees continually develop and evolve. The United States Congress and the North Carolina General Assembly continue to change the laws and judicially-interpreted nuances of employment law continue to expand. This program provides a general overview and explanation of basic issues in each of the major areas that employment lawyers regularly address. Experienced practitioners present their practical knowledge and viewpoints Detailed papers with citations to case law, statutes and applicable regulations are provided A basic primer and useful update condensed into one CLE that you can access in-person or online

2 2016 Fundamentals of Employment Law #482FEL and #482LWC February 3, 2016 FOUR WAYS TO REGISTER ONLINE* PHONE* FAX* MAIL** Attn: Accounting, NCBA Foundation, P.O. Box 3688, Cary, NC *Credit cards only. **Please make checks payable to the NCBA Foundation. TUITION LIVE WEBCAST VIDEO REPLAY (VR) Select format and tuiton rate below. REGISTRANT TYPE EARLY BIRD TUITION Received one week prior to program date. REGULAR TUITION Received less than one week prior to program date. WEBCAST TUITION NCBA Labor & Employment Law Section Member $240 $295 $320 NCBA Member $260 $315 $340 NCBA Paralegal Division Member $170 $225 $250 Non-member $315 $370 $395 Full-time LANC Attorney $170 $195 1st Year Licensed in NC These categories do not qualify for Early Bird tuition. $99 $124 CLE Passport Holder 6 Tokens 6 Tokens SELECT ONE Judge Clerk of Court Law Professor Law Student Division Member Paralegal Student Member These categories do not qualify for Early Bird tuition or include any MCLE fees. $25 Choose from the applicable Webcast tuition options above. VIDEO REPLAY LOCATIONS For an updated list, see Asheville #482ASV Cary #482BAR Concord #482CRD Wilmington #482WLM Winston-Salem #482WIN Other (if applicable, from website): City: Code: #482 REGISTRANT INFORMATION Please print clearly. Print Full Name: Firm/Organization Name: Address: City, State and ZIP: Daytime Phone Number: Address: NC State Bar No. (Required for MCLE Credit): 482FEL-B PAYMENT Registration is processed only after payment is received. Please print clearly. Enclosed is a check, payable to the NCBA Foundation. Please charge my credit card. Card Number: Expiration Date: Total Amount: Signature:

3 Program Agenda Wednesday, February 3, 2016, 8:15a 5:00p 8:15a Registration 8:55 Welcome and Introductions 9:00 Introduction to Federal Employment Discrimination Law Joshua R. Josh Van Kampen Learn the fundamentals of the critical federal statutes governing claims of unlawful discrimination in employment based on factors such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin and age (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act). 10:00 FMLA Frederick M. Derick Thurman Jr. An overview of the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, as amended, its purpose, the employers and employees to which it applies, and the ever-evolving ways in which it has been interpreted by the United States Department of Labor and the courts. 10:45 Break 11:00 ADA Holly A. Stiles An overview of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, including the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, the definition of disability, essential functions, reasonable accommodations and undue hardship. 11:45 Basics of Litigating Employment Cases Michael A. Kornbluth and Jill S. Stricklin Experienced trial lawyers discuss the fundamentals of pretrial proceedings in a typical employment law case in federal court. Learn best practices for proceeding toward trial from both the plaintiff s and defendant s perspective. 12:45p Networking Lunch (included at Live program only) 1:30 Introduction to North Carolina Employment Law Laura J. Wetsch A basic overview of the common law doctrine of employment-at-will and North Carolina statutory and common law claims including wrongful discharge in violation of public policy, REDA, and employment-related torts such as negligent hiring and retention, tortious interference with contract, defamation, and intentional and negligent infliction of emotional distress. 2:30 Unemployment Benefits Charles E. Chuck Monteith Jr. Covers the nuts and bolts of the unemployment insurance system including employer taxing and charging, benefit eligibility requirements, administrative procedures and judicial review. 3:15 Break

4 3:30 Restrictive Covenants Jonathan Jon Wall Discusses the types, elements and enforceability of contractual covenants restricting an employee s ability to compete with his or her employer after the employment relationship. 4:15 FLSA/NC Wage and Hour Act Wood W. Lay An introductory presentation of the complex requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 as well as the North Carolina Wage and Hour Act and related regulations including minimum wage, overtime and wage payment requirements. 5:00 Networking Reception Step-By-Step Download Instructions 1. Go to 2. Click on Your Course Materials. (on right-side navigation) 3. Log in. (For assistance, call ) 4. Click on the CLE program title. 5. Download and save. FINE PRINT REGISTRATION Registrations are limited by space, and may include a live video broadcast overflow room. TRANSFERS Registrants may transfer from a Live program, Video Replay, Webcast, Webinar or Phone/Audio Streaming Program without penalty within three business days after the program date. CANCELLATIONS Cancellations must be received by 9:00 a.m. the third business day prior to the program to qualify for a refund (less $75 administrative fee). Those not attending will receive the digital program materials in full consideration of tuition paid. MCLE CREDIT The North Carolina Bar Association Foundation is an accredited CLE sponsor under the MCLE Regulations promulgated by the NC State Bar Board of Continuing Legal Education. This program is approved (but not sponsored) by the Board for the designated number of CLE hours. Each attorney must maintain a record of his/her attendance for the NC State Bar annual report. MCLE credit is reported by NCBA Foundation only if a NC State Bar number is provided. Your CLE tuition includes mandatory State Bar fees used to support the State Bar s Mandatory Continuing Legal Education program, the Chief Justice s Commission on Professionalism and the Chief Justice s Equal Access to Justice Commission. Your tuition also includes digital access to all program materials. DIGITAL PROGRAM MATERIALS You will receive a notification when digital materials are available to download. To retrieve digital materials, log in and select Your Course Materials on the CLE website. All of the materials for this program will be available for download in advance of the program. A limited number of printed books will be available for purchase at the Live program. VIDEO REPLAYS To qualify for the Early Bird tuition, registration must be received one week prior to program date. NC State Bar rules require a minimum number of pre-registered active State Bar members. The NCBA Foundation reserves the right to cancel any video program prior to the program date if registrations do not meet the NC State Bar requirement. Some sites require additional registration or evaluation forms. Visit to confirm video replay registration and program start times. CLE credit hours at Video Replays are subject to change. Video replay program attendees may purchase the printed manuscript at cost. Due to printing and shipping lead times we are unable to accommodate requests for print materials made fewer than seven (7) days prior to any video replay program. INCLEMENT WEATHER We make every effort to notify registrants when a program is canceled or delayed due to weather. If inclement weather is forecast, please check your local news listings or contact event venue. NCBA programs will follow the work schedule of the hosting institutions, to include delayed openings. CLE SCHOLARSHIPS A limited number of scholarships are available to members in financial need. Contact Membership Services at or akemple@ncbar.org. EVENT SPONSOR AND EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES Interested in meeting the attendees of this program? Become an exhibitor or sponsor! Contact Jennifer Shapiro at jshapiro@ncbar.org for detailed information about these opportunities and their benefits. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT WWW. NCBAR.ORG/CLE.

5 Program Information Planners Jessica E. Leaven, Grimes Teich Anderson LLP, Asheville Margaret M. Manos, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, Charlotte Laura Lee Noble, The Noble Law Firm PLLC, Chapel Hill Speakers Michael A. Kornbluth, Taibi Kornbluth Law Group PA, Durham Wood W. Lay, Winston & Strawn LLP, Charlotte Charles E. Chuck Monteith Jr., Monteith & Rice PLLC, Raleigh Holly A. Stiles, Disability Rights NC, Raleigh Jill S. Stricklin, Constangy Brooks Smith & Prophete LLP, Winston-Salem Frederick M. Derick Thurman Jr., Shumaker Loop & Kendrick LLP, Charlotte Joshua R. Josh Van Kampen, Van Kampen Law PLLC, Charlotte Jonathan Jon Wall, Higgins Benjamin PLLC, Greensboro Laura J. Wetsch, Winslow Wetsch PLLC, Raleigh Hotel Information Contact hotel(s) directly for reservations at the special NCBA room rate. Rates are based on availability and may sell out. Embassy Suites, 201 Harrison Oaks Boulevard, Cary Rate: $169 Single/Double. Rate includes a full cooked-to-order breakfast and the manager s evening reception. Reservations: Reference Corporate ID: NCB or NC Bar Rate TownePlace Suites by Marriott, 120 Sage Commons Way, Cary Rate: $106 studio queen with sleeper sofa (Sunday Thursday). Rate includes a complimentary hot breakfast. All rooms come with a fully equipped kitchen. Reservations: Ask for the NC Bar Association corporate rate.

6 P.O. Box 3688 Cary, NC Nonprofit Org. US Postage PAID Raleigh, NC Permit #297 BECOME A CLE EVENT SPONSOR for one of our award-winning CLE programs. For more information, including event details and the various levels of sponsorship, contact Jennifer Shapiro, Sponsorship Development Coordinator, at or jshapiro@ncbar.org. Labor & Employment Law 2016 Fundamentals of Employment Law LIVE LIVE WEBCAST Wednesday, February 3, 2016 NC Bar Center, Cary VIDEO REPLAY For details and a current list of dates and locations, visit CLE CREDIT: 6.75 Hours I had almost no knowledge of employment law prior to this and now I have information and resources on how to get any information I might need as cases come up. -Attendee, 2015 Fundamentals of Employment Law